Chester le Street Masonic Centre is a great venue to hire for parties, weddings, funerals, clubs and all special events.
Station Rd, Chester-le-Street, DH3 3DU
Chester le Street Masonic Centre
Welcome to Chester le Street Masonic Centre - whether it's an informal drink, a meeting or a celebration, we have something for everyone. We're just a well-kept secret!
THE LOUNGE
DINNING RESERVATIONS
ROOM HIRE
Freemasonry
FREEMASONRY IN CHESTER-LE-STREET
explore Chester le Street Masonic Centre.
Station Rd, Chester-le-Street, DH3 3DU
Pop in for a drink…
Main Lounge
Our main lounge is open to the public 7 days a week (see below for our timings) and in the warmer months, we have an extensive outdoor seating area for you to enjoy.
As a centre we have a vast range of draught beers along side our FOUR draught real ales which change weekly. The centre is CAMRA’s club of the year for the Durham region.
Also check out our extensive range of wines and spirits, currently standing at 30+ whiskeys and 15+ gins.
Planning something special…
Events & Groups
If you’re having a special event or attend a regular group meeting, why not book a room at the Masonic Centre?
We regularly host:
Weddings
Birthday Parties
Anniversaries
Christenings
Funerals
Toddler Groups
Weight Loss & Slimming Groups
need room hire…
Main Hall
The main Hall is large enough to seat 100 people Beer Keller style or 70 cabaret style. There’s space for a dance floor and stage for a DJ or a band.
Options for Hall hire
The hall comes complete with tables covered in banqueting roll but for a small fee of £10 per table you can upgrade to linen cloth.
Chair covers can also be provided for £3.00 per chair.
Tables can also be decorated with runners and centrepieces – POA
Catering
Our on-site caterers can provide catering to suit all budgets with finger buffets, hot food buffets or even plated meals depending on your requirements.
Please contact us for more details.
Why become a mason?
At the heart of Freemasonry are its three grand principles
Brotherly Love
Encourages Masons to show tolerance, respect, and kindness, promoting harmony and unity regardless of differing backgrounds.
Relief
Represents a duty to practice charity and provide assistance to those in distress, including both members and the broader community.
Truth
Challenges members to seek wisdom, continually strive for self-improvement, and uphold high moral and ethical standards.
Testimonials
"Had my 60th birthday party at the Masonic Hall on 11th May, everyone had a fabulous night. Staff were helpful and friendly, great prices on drinks, fantastic atmosphere. The catering was also amazing! I’d strongly recommend as a venue for a function!"
Gail Foley Scott
contact us
Have a an event in mind? Share your ideas and requirements with us, and our team will get back to you ASAP
Contact the Masonic Centre today
Or call 0191 3034208 after 7pm on weekdays and 4pm on weekends
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